Tzu Wen Kuo | Engineering | Editorial Board Member

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Assist. Prof. Dr Tzu Wen Kuo | Engineering | Editorial Board Member

Architect | Private Chinese Culture University  | Taiwan

Assist. Prof. Dr Tzu Wen Kuo is a dedicated scholar and practitioner in the field of technological disaster prevention, currently serving as a Lecturer in the Department of Architecture and Urban Design at the Chinese Culture University in Taipei, Taiwan. He is also a practicing architect and an active instructor for architectural license examination preparation, demonstrating a strong commitment to bridging academic knowledge with professional practice. Kuo is presently pursuing his PhD in the Department of Architecture at the National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, where his doctoral research focuses on enhancing safety, resilience, and emergency response mechanisms in built environments.Kuo’s research centers on integrating advanced technologies into disaster prevention frameworks, particularly with respect to fire safety, emergency evacuation, and smart building systems. His scholarly contributions reflect a strong emphasis on simulation-based analysis, digital tools, and mobile-assisted evacuation strategies. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed journal articles, including recent works published in Fire and the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. His studies ranging from QR code-enabled fire rescue notification systems to smartphone-based evacuation guidance and stadium evacuation efficiency—highlight his interdisciplinary approach that combines architecture, information technology, and public safety engineering.Through collaborations with academic and industry experts, Kuo contributes to practical solutions that strengthen building safety management and emergency preparedness across various public infrastructures. His work provides empirical insights that support policymakers, architects, and safety professionals in developing more efficient, technology-enhanced disaster response strategies. With growing citations and recognition in the field, Kuo’s research continues to advance the integration of smart technologies into architectural planning and urban safety systems.

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Featured Publications

1.Yang, C.-H., Lin, C.-Y., & Kuo, T.-W. (2025). Simulation-based assessment of evacuation efficiency in sports stadiums: Insights from case studies. Fire, 8(6), 210.

2.Kuo, T.-W., & Lin, C.-Y. (2025). Smart building technologies for fire rescue: A QR code-enabled notification system. Fire, 8(3), 114..

3.Kuo, T.-W., Lin, C.-Y., Chuang, Y.-J., & Hsiao, G. L.-K. (2022). Using smartphones for indoor fire evacuation. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(10), 6061.

Mohammad Taghilou | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Taghilou | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor | University of Zanjan | Iran

Dr. Mohammad Taghilou is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Zanjan, Iran. His research expertise lies in heat transfer, phase change problems, energy storage, and porous media, with an emphasis on the lattice Boltzmann method (LBM) and its applications in thermal systems. Over his academic career, he has authored impactful studies published in leading journals such as Applied Thermal Engineering, Computers & Mathematics with Applications, and the International Journal of Thermal Sciences. His most cited works explore PCM solidification, nanofluid-based heat exchangers, and the thermal behavior of energy storage systems. Dr. Taghilou’s studies significantly contribute to advancing thermal management technologies, including applications in lithium-ion batteries, heat sinks, and double-pipe exchangers, with an aim to enhance energy efficiency and system reliability. His collaborations with international scholars from institutions such as the University of Tehran, Aalto University (Finland), and the University of Technology Sydney have expanded the interdisciplinary reach of his research. With 541 total citations, an h-index of 15, and an i10-index of 16, his work demonstrates both academic impact and global relevance. Through innovative numerical modeling and experimental approaches, Dr. Taghilou continues to advance understanding in phase-change thermal systems and nanomaterial-enhanced heat transfer, fostering sustainable energy applications and modern engineering solutions.

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Featured Publications

1.Sajedi, R., Osanloo, B., Talati, F., & Taghilou, M. (2016). Splitter plate application on the circular and square pin fin heat sinks.  Cited by : 70

2.Taghilou, M., & Rahimian, M. H. (2014). Investigation of two-phase flow in porous media using lattice Boltzmann method. Cited By : 49

3.Talati, F., & Taghilou, M. (2015). Lattice Boltzmann application on the PCM solidification within a rectangular finned container. Cited By : 44

4.Taheri, A. A., Abdali, A., Taghilou, M., Alhelou, H. H., & Mazlumi, K. (2021). Investigation of mineral oil-based nanofluids effect on oil temperature reduction and loading capacity increment of distribution transformers.
Cited By : 40

5.Taghilou, M., & Khavasi, E. (2020). Thermal behavior of a PCM filled heat sink: The contrast between ambient heat convection and heat thermal storage. Cited By : 36